When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 22, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 18, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $750,000 – $4,300,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Metropolitan Airports Commission. The work is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience managing automated retail and food service concessions. Expertise in high-traffic, passenger-focused environments. Ability to offer diverse, healthy meal and snack options. Proven track record of professional operations. Presence or capability to operate in Minnesota.

Automated Retail and Food Service Concessions (Due June 22, 2026)

Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United StatesPosted: April 22nd, 2026Deadline: June 22nd, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a provider to manage automated retail and food service vending concessions in Minneapolis, offering quick, healthy options and professional service.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Estimate

$750,000 – $4,300,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

May 5th, 2026: Mandatory pre-proposal conference at 11:00 a.m. CDT

May 18th, 2026: Last day for receipt of questions by 4:00 p.m. CDT

June 22nd, 2026: Proposals due by 4:00 p.m. CDT

September 8th, 2026: Operations, Finance and Administration Committee considers recommendation for award at 1:00 p.m. CDT

September 22nd, 2026: Commission considers recommendation for award at 1:00 p.m. CDT

January 1st, 2027: Estimated start date for agreements

QUESTION DEADLINE

May 18th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Metropolitan Airports Commission

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Minneapolis, Minnesota is seeking a vendor to operate and manage automated retail and food service concessions. The selected provider will implement a world-class vending program that caters to a variety of passenger preferences, offering quick, healthy meal and snack options, as well as retail and service items. Professionalism and quality are required across all operations.

A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for May 5, 2026, and all questions related to the RFP must be submitted by May 18, 2026. Interested parties are expected to demonstrate capabilities in automated vending and concession service within high-traffic environments.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 22, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 18, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $750,000 – $4,300,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Metropolitan Airports Commission. The work is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience managing automated retail and food service concessions
Expertise in high-traffic, passenger-focused environments
Ability to offer diverse, healthy meal and snack options
Proven track record of professional operations
Presence or capability to operate in Minnesota

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